The Threat of Summer Slide–and Teacher Tips on Helping Families Prevent It
Summer break can be a time of fun and relaxation for students, families and teachers. But it can also undo months of learning and academic achievement, and leave students behind at the beginning of the new school year.
Family engagement 2020: Silver linings and lessons learned
Much has been written about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on education. Stay-at-home orders and the shift to distance learning exposed and exacerbated existing inequities, challenged already overworked teachers […]
How to end the school year on a high note- and help prepare students & families for summer
Class parties. Award ceremonies. Graduation and more. We know that your students and families look forward to these traditions at the end of each school year, as a way to […]
Supporting high need students and families with distance learning
All families are struggling to adapt to the “new normal” of remote learning. This is especially true for families of students with learning differences. Many have been deprived of the […]
Engaging Families in Tough Times
Families want a great education for their children. But challenging circumstances–like a job loss or sudden illness–can make it hard for families to be in touch with teachers as much […]